C-17 Structural Technician IV — Precision & Impact

SkyBridge Aviation; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Split per diem for travelers

Overtime opportunities

Professional hangar environment

Job summary

SkyBridge Aviation in Dayton, Ohio is seeking an experienced Aerospace Structures Technician to join a highly respected aerospace and defense team working on C-17 aircraft.

The role focuses on structural assembly, modification and repair in a clean, professional hangar environment, with small teams and access to individual laptops for drawings and data. Overtime and travel opportunities are available, with competitive pay at $45/hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Typically 10+ years of relevant aerospace structures experience.
• Strong ability to interpret technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints and manuals.
• Experience with airframe corrosion removal, repair and refinishing.
• Experience installing aerospace fasteners, including rivets and Hi-Loks.
• Own personal tools in good working order.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural assembly and minor part-fitting operations including filing, sawing, deburring, trimming, framing, riveting, drilling and reaming.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, technical manuals and aerospace publications.
• Translate engineering drawings into completed structural assemblies.
• Perform basic layout, precision drilling and countersinking.
• Use calibrated precision tools to ensure accurate measurements and quality.
• Align aircraft parts and assemblies using jigs, templates and fixtures.
• Measure and verify dimensions using micrometers, calipers and other precision measuring equipment.
• Install aerospace fasteners including rivets and Hi-Loks.
• Perform structural modifications and incorporate engineering changes into complete and incomplete assemblies.
• Perform aircraft structural repair and refinishing activities, including airframe corrosion removal when applicable.
• Maintain required edge distance, pitch and other structural specifications.
• Monitor workmanship and quality throughout assembly and repair operations.
• Communicate effectively with team members, team leads, Quality Control and Engineering.
• Maintain accurate job status and production information within company systems.
• Follow established safety, quality and technical procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Reading engineering drawings

Education

High school diploma or GED

10+ years aerospace structures experience

Tools

Calipers and micrometers

Jigs and fixtures

Job description

SkyBridge Aviation in Dayton, Ohio is seeking an experienced Aerospace Structures Technician to join a highly respected aerospace and defense team working on C-17 aircraft.

The role focuses on structural assembly, modification and repair in a clean, professional hangar environment, with small teams and access to individual laptops for drawings and data. Overtime and travel opportunities are available, with competitive pay at $45/hour.